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Tissue expansion in pediatric burn reconstruction

J C De Agustin1, S F Morris, R M Zuker

  • 1Division of Plastic Surgery, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

The Journal of Burn Care & Rehabilitation
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Tissue expansion is effective for pediatric burn reconstruction, offering excellent outcomes for scalp alopecia and scars. However, careful surgical planning is crucial due to common complications like infection and flap necrosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Pediatric Burn Reconstruction
  • Tissue Expansion

Background:

  • Tissue expansion is increasingly utilized in reconstructive surgery, particularly for postburn deformities.
  • Pediatric burn patients present unique challenges for reconstruction due to growth and healing characteristics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical outcomes of tissue expansion in pediatric patients undergoing reconstruction for burn scars and scalp alopecia.
  • To identify the incidence and types of complications associated with tissue expansion in this population.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 17 pediatric patients who underwent reconstruction using 46 tissue expanders.
  • Analysis of defect size (average 124 cm2), follow-up duration (mean 19 months), and complication rates.

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Main Results:

  • Excellent overall outcomes were achieved in most cases.
  • A high complication rate of 37% was observed, including infection, exposure, port loss, and partial flap necrosis.
  • Five patients (45%) in the scalp reconstruction group required blood transfusions.

Conclusions:

  • Tissue expansion is a valuable technique for pediatric burn reconstruction, capable of yielding superb aesthetic and functional results.
  • Careful pre-operative planning and vigilant post-operative management are essential to minimize complications and optimize outcomes in pediatric burn patients.